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SUMMARY:Small Business Academy: The Legal Side of Business
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are thinking of starting a business or have recently launched\, it’s important to have legal counsel on your side.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/small-business-academy-the-legal-side-of-business/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150133
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T204327Z
UID:16235-1602669600-1602675000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar: Doing Business with Government Agencies Series--Part Two
DESCRIPTION:This two-part series of workshops aims to familiarize small business owners with SWaM Certification and also registration with eVA. The target audience is the owners of businesses with little knowledge of how to position themselves to conduct business with state and local government agencies. \nThe second workshop will cover basic navigation of the “Virginia’s Marketplace” (eVA) website with emphasis on training guides\, the Virginia Business Opportunity (VBO) listing of solicitations available in the state and local government agencies and reviews of various analytical reports to help in identifying potential markets and strategies to market the company’s capabilities. \nCourtney Mustin\, Regional Business Services Manager for Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity\, will facilitate Part 2 on Wednesday\, October 14th for business owners who have already applied for SWaM Certification. For those who want to learn about SWaM Certification\, Part 1 will be held again in November. \nThis workshop is conducted by the Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity and hosted by the Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-doing-business-with-government-agencies-series-part-two/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150133
CREATED:20201201T192147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T192147Z
UID:16464-1607418000-1607425200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program Training
DESCRIPTION:GSA National Capital and Mid-Atlantic Region’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization will be hosting Small Business training that will focus on the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program. This program helps small businesses obtain contract surety bonds with reasonable terms. If you are looking for bonding for the first time\, looking to increase bonding capacity\, or better terms for bonding; then this webinar is for YOU! \nThis training is targeting small businesses in two locations:  National Capital Region (Region 11) and Mid-Atlantic Region (Region 3). \nTopics to include: \n\nOverview of the Surety Guarantee Program\nImportance of Bonding (Inclusive of challenges around bonding)\nExplaining the Process\nEligibility\nSourcing Bonding Agents\nConcluding Thoughts or Take Away Message\n\nPresenter: Peter C. Gibbs\, U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Surety Bond Guarantee Program \n  \nLog in information will be provided under a separate invite. Register now!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/sba-surety-bond-guarantee-program-training/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210423
DTSTAMP:20260911T150133
CREATED:20210120T212353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T212903Z
UID:16939-1619049600-1619135999@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Catalyst for Change Webinar: Applying Analytics to Rediscover Your Clients
DESCRIPTION:The Catalyst for Change Series explores how business leaders use moments of disruption to change the course of their companies to accelerate growth\, expand services\, meet new needs\, and re-design the way toward a brighter future. Catalyst for Change is organized by the NOVA Economic Development Alliance (NOVA EDA)
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/catalyst-for-change-webinar-gravy-analytics-applying-analytics-to-rediscover-your/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="NOVA EDA":MAILTO:info@novaeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150133
CREATED:20210707T202253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T202253Z
UID:18575-1626958800-1626962400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:How to Build a Solid Digital Marketing Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Can you picture yourself pulling in $1\,000\,000 in revenue? How would it feel? Who would you tell? What would you do to celebrate? \n\nFrom working with thousands of small business marketers and studying the daily practices of successful ones\, this value-packed workshop provides a roadmap for any small business owner to build a solid digital marketing foundation and strive toward those coveted seven figures of revenue. \n\nJoin Bryan Caplan\, National Speaker for Big Tech and Host of Bigger Better Biz on YouTube\, as he guides you through the tips\, tricks\, and strategies used by Million Dollar Marketers every day to grow their brands. \n\nAfter this event\, you will walk away with a better knowledge of: \n\nSetting and accomplishing goals\nFocusing your time on what matters\nUnderstanding your audience\nReaching & engaging your prospective buyers\nKnowing your numbers to help you grow
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-build-a-solid-digital-marketing-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T103000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T175732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T175732Z
UID:19796-1635930000-1635935400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Life Science Across the Globe: Connectomes
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, Life Science Across the Globe highlights scientific and societal topics of global importance\, allowing you to meet some of the world’s most creative scientists and scholars\, and to appreciate that science is a shared global effort.\nThese virtual meetings will feature seminars and panel discussions about research and global scientific culture from speakers around the world. They will be open to everyone in the scientific community and will stimulate lively discussion.\nEach event will also be recorded and available on the Janelia YouTube Channel.\nAll talks are 9:00-10:30 a.m. ET time\nClick here to watch | Zoom Webinar Information    ID: 958 5951 7201     Passcode: 489171
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/life-science-across-the-globe-connectomes/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T185432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T185432Z
UID:19800-1636034400-1636038000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Benefits of Becoming an Employment Network (EN) for Workforce Systems Series - Part I
DESCRIPTION:As part of a continued effort to increase awareness of Employment Networks (ENs)\, the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) are holding a two-part webinar series. This new series will target workforce systems\, partnerships/alliances and consortia of organizations and administrators. It will also assist state and local area workforce leadership with applying to become an EN\, as well as highlighting the benefits to the publicly-funded workforce system. \n\nDESCRIPTION\n\nThis new series of webinars will highlight the benefits of state and local area workforce leadership connecting to and becoming ENs using various well-established models. This webinar will provide a brief description and an overview of the newest resource tool\, Ticket to Work: Operating a Workforce EN Planning Guide and Workbook (which includes a desk aid for front line staff). There will be speakers who are ENs that will provide best practices and learned lessons.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/benefits-of-becoming-an-employment-network-en-for-workforce-systems-series-part-i/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T191653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T191653Z
UID:19805-1636545600-1636551000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Creating a Quick Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:You have a great business idea\, but what is the next step? How do you turn your idea into a great product or service? In this webinar\, we show you how to write your “Value Proposition” and use the “Lean Canvas” to capture key ideas\, concepts and strategies about your business. When you leave the webinar\, you’ll be able to draft your own one-page business plan. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/creating-a-quick-business-plan-5/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T202754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T202754Z
UID:19807-1636718400-1636723800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Setting Up a New Business Entity
DESCRIPTION:Should I register my business? What legal structure is best for my business? What kind of business insurance do I need? If you’re asking these questions\, this webinar is for you. You’ll learn what you need to do to make sure your business is able to conduct its affairs legally\, and how to take those critical first steps. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and a link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/setting-up-a-new-business-entity-5/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211019T134617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T134617Z
UID:19739-1637085600-1637092800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:DHS is Hiring: Veterans
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Homeland Security is seeking hundreds of qualified individuals to fill critical positions in cybersecurity\, information technology\, intelligence analysis\, law enforcement\, transportation security\, and emergency management. We will also be filling other critical positions in business operations\, mission support\, and many more. \n  \nAs part of our hiring efforts\, we are hosting a series of webinars to provide information on the Department’s mission\, career opportunities\, special hiring authorities\, effective resume writing\, and how to create a profile on USAJOBS. \n  \nAll webinars are open to the public. Please share this information with friends\, family\, and anyone interested in a rewarding career in public service.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dhs-is-hiring-veterans/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T203644Z
UID:19810-1637150400-1637155800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan
DESCRIPTION:Many entrepreneurs create products or services they can’t sell no matter how hard they work. It doesn’t have to be this way. This webinar will help you build a roadmap you can use to identify your ideal clients and discover a value proposition that will set you above your competition. We’ll also explain how to conduct a competitor analysis. Plus\, we will review different pricing strategies and show the impact of pricing on profits. \nThis webinar sets the stage for the next webinar in the Small Business Essentials series\, Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-1-developing-your-marketing-plan-5/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211109T221931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T221931Z
UID:19871-1637154000-1637157600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:MINDSHIFT: From Educator to Apprenticeship Sponsor
DESCRIPTION:Educational Institutions are increasingly taking the plunge to become sponsors of regional registered apprenticeship programs but the learning curve is steep. Gain valuable\, time-saving insights from Dawnn Moore from Central NM Community College that in 2015 launched a statewide IT apprenticeship program. You will learn the mindset needed to ingrate an apprenticeship program in a formal higher education setting\, the challenge of inflexible schedules\, how to build a more diverse student body through work-based learning\, and much more. Join us for this highly informative webinar if you are currently an education sponsor or considering whether or not to take the plunge into becoming an apprenticeship sponsor.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/mindshift-from-educator-to-apprenticeship-sponsor/
CATEGORIES:Technology,Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T204304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T204304Z
UID:19812-1637236800-1637242200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and now you need to get customers to buy it! In this webinar we’ll walk through the most common promotional methods used by entrepreneurs\, including networking\, referrals\, social media\, content marketing\, email marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). We’ll help you decide how you can best reach your targeted customers and show you how to create your next promotional plan. \nWhile not required\, to get the most out of this webinar\, please consider attending “Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan” first. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/marketing-part-2-promoting-your-business-5/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211109T222856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T222856Z
UID:19874-1637240400-1637244000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:If There Were No Barriers... Connecting the Dots to an Accessible Apprenticeship Program
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to learn from and chat with experts in the field of universal design\, who also serve as champions for those with disabilities. Utilizing hands-on experience\, empathy\, and expertise to build advocacy\, ignite passion\, forge relations\, and join forces\, the session presenters are making a difference in the lives of others\, who simply need to be heard\, believed\, and given a chance to succeed!
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/if-there-were-no-barriers-connecting-the-dots-to-an-accessible-apprenticeship-program/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211028T205729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T205729Z
UID:19814-1637323200-1637328600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
DESCRIPTION:You’re starting or have started your new small business. Great!! But . . . you’re worried about what your sales will be\, or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow. If you need help in any of these areas\, this webinar is for you! We’ll review calculating your startup costs\, projecting sales\, creating a projected profit and loss statement and cashflow statement. \nAll registrants will receive access to webinar materials in advance\, and link to the recorded webinar after the live event. \nThis webinar is part of SCORE’s Small Business Essentials (SBE) Webinar Series. The series is designed to prepare anyone who is considering starting a business to make the decisions and plans you need to successfully launch your business. All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. \nRegistration Fee: $25
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/developing-financial-projections-for-your-new-small-business-4/
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Business Planning,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211109T183617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T184332Z
UID:19844-1639742400-1639749600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Employer Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:“Lunch and Learn”s via Zoom to discuss recruitment strategies for GMU Students\, information about the student population\, and share the Signature Events we have planned for the Spring.  These lunches and learns will be geared toward my industries which are media\, art design\, communication\, sports &recreation\, and hospitality and tourism.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/employer-lunch-and-learn/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211109T184055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T184055Z
UID:19847-1642161600-1642168800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Employer Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:“Lunch and Learn”s via Zoom to discuss recruitment strategies for GMU Students\, information about the student population\, and share the Signature Events we have planned for the Spring.  These lunches and learns will be geared toward my industries which are media\, art design\, communication\, sports &recreation\, and hospitality and tourism.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/employer-lunch-and-learn-2/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20211228T022008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T022008Z
UID:20227-1642586400-1642593600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar V3 Core Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Values Veterans V3 Program offers this free virtual employer training event on nationally recognized best practices in recruiting\, hiring and retaining military job seekers and military spouses. Earn Virginia certification as a V3-Certified Employer after your organization learns how military affiliated job seekers can be the ideal solution to your talent needs! \nEarn free SHRM & HRCI credits \nLearn about the Hire Vets Now internship Program \nShare jobs in the Transition Connection Newsletter \nLearn about opportunities to participate in virtual job fairs and networking events \nLearn about the $10\,000 Veteran Employment Grant
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-v3-core-curriculum-2/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T093000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220325T185446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T191255Z
UID:20829-1649320200-1649323800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Neuroscience Hacks for HR
DESCRIPTION:Work has hugely changed.  And with it has come lots of threat and uncertainty.  Since our brains are basically created to function as our “protector” from threat\, those leading behavioral change realize better successes with their stakeholders when aspects of how the brain perceives and processes change are taken into account when implementing learning and development initiatives. \nTricia Steege\, Transformation Strategies will be sharing the latest evidence based neuroscience research for organizational change – what happens to the brain during change\, how it perceives change and the specific tactical actions we can take as leaders to help our clients move from a place of protecting themselves to fully embracing what their organizational leaders are asking them to do. \nBy the end of this session\, attendees will be able to: \n\nDescribe how implementing neuroscience concepts/activities facilitate success when influencing behavioral change\nEducate their leadership regarding the impact of neuroscience in leading their direct reports\nUtilize their increased confidence levels in leading others through change\nDescribe various hacks to influencing behavioral change based on neuroscience principles
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/neuroscience-hacks-for-hr/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220411T192928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T193010Z
UID:20933-1651172400-1651174200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Road to Financial Independence
DESCRIPTION:In this month-long series\, we will deliver one hour workshop on different topics each Thursday evening in April to touch on a facet of financial education\, including practical financial strategies\, emotional connection with money\, and building a financial foundation. These are sessions you won’t want to miss\, register today! \nThe majority of women (84%) say that understanding their finances is a key to greater career flexibility. Nonetheless\, financial wellness continues to be a considerable critical issue for some women. The pay gap\, broken rung\, and other ongoing struggles that impact women’s wallets along with the repercussions of the pandemic demand attention to the ways women can have greater control over their financial health.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/virtual-workshop-road-to-financial-indepence/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Voices of Encouragement%2C LLC.":MAILTO:voemetoday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220503T205852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T205852Z
UID:21276-1652878800-1652889600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Military Spouse Employment Summit (Streamed Online)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 6th Annual Military Spouse Employment Summit will celebrate a decade of work building the coalitions\, programs\, and research that help us understand the barriers to meaningful and consistent employment for military spouses. \nThe summit will also preview the future of work for military spouses. Now is the time for employers\, large and small\, to hear the business case for hiring military spouses and fill their talent pipelines with this highly qualified workforce. Employers and communities are essential in creating the environment for military spouses to thrive and succeed in their pursuit of the economic dream—and there’s never been a better time than now to make that dream a reality. \nFinally\, at this year’s event Hiring Our Heroes will present the Hiring Our Heroes Impact Awards in recognition of the many accomplishments of businesses\, community leaders\, and military spouses as they create strong communities that support and provide economic opportunities for military spouses.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/military-spouse-employment-summit-streamed-online/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220504T134041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T134041Z
UID:21280-1652882400-1652886000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Supporting Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing: The Importance of an Individualized Approach
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, participants will hear the results of the “Mental Health in America: A 2022 Workplace Report” produced by the SHRM Foundation. Attendees also will learn about the critical role employers play in addressing mental health in the workplace and how a proactive\, individualized approach\, along with organization-wide programs to create mental health friendly workplaces can lead to a more inclusive and productive work environment for all. Topics will include: \n\nEffective ways to provide individualized supports for employees with mental health conditions\nWays to normalize conversations about mental health between employees and supervisors\nIncorporating individual approaches into accommodations systems\nExamples of effective workplace mental health programs implemented by employers\n\nAttendees will hear from the following business representatives who are using these practices: \n\nToccara Briggs\, ADA Team Manager\, Intel\nLori Golden\, Abilities Strategy Leader\, EY\nWendi Safstrom\, President\, SHRM Foundation
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/supporting-employee-mental-health-and-wellbeing-the-importance-of-an-individualized-approach/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220517T143341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T143341Z
UID:21355-1653125400-1653132600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Voices of Encouragement Workshop: Don't Block Your Blessings
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will share tools and tips on overcoming stress with the use of mindfulness and how to limit those negative beliefs that can steal your confidence. Limit your blessing blockers so you can Unlock your full potential and walk in your power! \nThis is an online event.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/voices-of-encouragement-workshop-dont-block-your-blessings/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Employees/Jobseekers
ORGANIZER;CN="Voices of Encouragement%2C LLC.":MAILTO:voemetoday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T093000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220609T163010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T163010Z
UID:21479-1655281800-1655285400@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Dulles SHRM: How To Be More Effective In Your Instructional Design
DESCRIPTION:Upskilling your talent is critical within any team today. Training your team effectively impacts your competitive advantage\, retention efforts\, and team performance. Too often\, instructional design can fall short resulting in disengaged\, begrudged\, theoretical\, outdated training. In this session\, you will learn practical action steps\, strategies\, and approaches that you can apply today to improve the effectiveness of your training. You’ll learn how to adjust your training to the virtual\, hybrid\, and in-person dynamic of teams\, how to alter activities to be engaging and practical\, and how to strategically build in learning design in a proven 5 step process for richer learning experience. \n  \nLearning objectives of session: \n  \n\nHow to create an environment (virtual and in person) for better learning\nHow to design activities with a purpose for more application focused learning\nHow to improve transitions and flow within the design of your sessions\nHow to make training more engaging
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/dulles-shrm-how-to-be-more-effective-in-your-instructional-design/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220621T143536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T143918Z
UID:21520-1655892000-1655895600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:The 3 Main Cross-border Talent Challenges in Business & IT
DESCRIPTION:Highly skilled digital talent is scarce. As a result\, companies increasingly hire borderless employees\, with remote work facilitating this trend. To make the international mix work\, CIOs must acknowledge culture differences across geographies and master their management. Successful executives working with different national cultures assert that relationships and businesses are negatively affected when those cultural differences are neglected. This complimentary webinar will help CIOs and IT leaders better understand and manage these cultural differences to attract and retain critical digital talent. You will learn how to overcome the three main cross-cultural challenges in business: different decision-making styles\, conflict-resolution methods and performance feedback preferences. \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nElevate awareness of the challenges in leading people from different nationalities\nOvercome the three main cross-cultural clashes in business environments\nAdapt your natural style to that of the culture in front of you
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-3-main-cross-border-talent-challenges-in-business-it/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220616T202813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T202813Z
UID:21509-1655895600-1655899200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Webinar Session: Not quite disruption-proof
DESCRIPTION:Ceridian’s 2022 Executive Survey of 2\,000 global leaders shows today’s execs are confident about managing disruption. From data breaches to labor shortages to supply chain issues\, most respondents (70%+) feel very or extremely confident in their organization’s ability to handle a variety of disruptions quickly. \n  \nBut our findings also show that organizations need to do more to build the change-ready culture\, resilient leadership\, and agile systems needed to be prepared for any disruption. \n  \nJoin a panel of experts who will react to the top findings and explore what they mean for organizations today. \nWhat you’ll learn\nHow your organization’s approach to change readiness compares to those in our survey\nThree key areas leaders should focus on to build organizational resilience\nAction items you should take today to help manage tomorrow’s disruptions
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/webinar-session-not-quite-disruption-proof/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220622T132752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T132752Z
UID:21535-1655989200-1655992800@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Hiring Remote Employees in New States
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic showed how successful remote and hybrid work can be — for both employers and employees.\nThe fact is\, future-thinking HR professionals\, realize what this success means for their company. \nThey are taking advantage of the new work models to expand their hiring efforts beyond state boundaries. And you should be too. \nJoin us for this free webinar on June 23 to find out exactly what you need to start hiring employees in new states. \nYou’ll walk away knowing: \nEverything you should consider before deciding to expand your hiring efforts\,\nThe benefits of hiring across state lines\, including access to the best talent and improving your retention rates\,\nKey federal\, state\, and city laws you’ll need to keep in mind\,\nExactly how to tailor offer letters to match different state laws\,\nWays to make sure your non-compete is enforceable in the state you’re in\,\nBest practices for cross-state employment agreements\,\nAnd much more! \nThree times available 1 PM ET\, 3 PM ET\, 5 PM ET
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/hiring-remote-employees-in-new-states/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220615T152104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T152138Z
UID:21497-1656345600-1656351000@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Refugee Resettlement Services 101 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:  \nDESCRIPTION\n\nWith a record number of new refugees\, asylees\, and SIV holders arriving in the United States\, the workforce development system is being tasked with finding suitable training and employment services to individuals with work authorization.  Meanwhile\, the Office of Refugee and Resettlement is also providing career training\, workforce development\, English language classes\, employment opportunities and other support services. As new arrivals have various educational and employment backgrounds\, it is beneficial for Employment and Training Administration (ETA) funded workforce development staff to be familiar with local and state refugee resettlement staff and services to optimize available services. \nLearning Objectives: By the end of this webinar\, participants will become \n\nFamiliar with the different types of new arrival status: refugees\, asylees\, SIV holders;\nFamiliar with the difference types of ORR funded services available to refugees\, asylees\, SIV holders;\nFamiliar with key timelines with respective ORR services;\nAble to connect and collaborate with state and local ORR staff in order to help entrant services optimize ORR and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)/Discretionary Grant services; and\nFamiliar with successful and emerging practices occurring between ORR and local area workforce development staff.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/refugee-resettlement-services-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220621T204742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T204742Z
UID:21532-1656414000-1656417600@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Customer Experience 2022 and Beyond: Adapt to Evolving Preferences and Needs
DESCRIPTION:As the world continues to experience the ups and downs of the global pandemic\, customer experience takes on increased importance. But what can IT and business leaders do to help their organization continue to align with customer expectations while preparing for a world shaped by regular disruption? This complimentary customer experience webinar will give you better insight into what you should expect from your customers\, and how you can prepare your team to adapt to their evolving preferences and needs. \n  \nDiscussion Topics:\n\nDetermine how to change your approach to customer experience in a world of regular disruption\nFind out why employee experience is becoming as important as customer experience\nLearn what leading organizations do differently to meet customers where they are\n\nReturn to this web page to watch the webinar. Contact us at gartnerwebinars@gartner.com with questions about registering or watching.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/customer-experience-2022-and-beyond-adapt-to-evolving-preferences-and-needs/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T150134
CREATED:20220616T204734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T204734Z
UID:21513-1657029600-1657033200@biz.loudoun.gov
SUMMARY:Greater Washington Apprentice Network – July Employer Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Washington Apprentice Network (GWAN) brings together employers\, academic institutions\, public and private sectors. Employers gain access to best practices from organizational peers\, sources of prospective apprentice candidates\, support services\, academic institutions\, and training resources. The GWAN meets on the first Tuesday of each month for an Employer Briefing.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/greater-washington-apprentice-network-july-employer-briefing/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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